The average train between Aberdeen and Rotherham takes 7h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Rotherham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberdeen and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 7h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Rotherham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Rotherham station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.
Aberdeen to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Aberdeen to Rotherham train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Rotherham is 415.6 km. The road distance is 607 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Doncaster 4 times a day. Tickets cost £120–170 and the journey takes 5h 24m. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week.